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Jadis, played by Melodee M. Spevack, daringly points her sword at Edmund, played by Joseph Sosebee, who is easily fooled by her tasty treats of Turkish Delight in Habersham Commuity Theater’s production of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” ZACHARY TAYLOR/Special

Jadis, played by Melodee M. Spevack, daringly points her sword at Edmund, played by Joseph Sosebee, who is easily fooled by her tasty treats of Turkish Delight in Habersham Commuity Theater’s production of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” ZACHARY TAYLOR/Special

‘The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe’ enchants theater goers

News Staff
Friday, April 22, 2022
Community calendar

Community calendar

Community Calendar

News Staff
Friday, April 22, 2022
Color Run at River Point set for Saturday The annual 5K Color Run for Missions at River Point Church will be at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 23. Address is 350 Ansley Rd. in Demorest. Registration and more details are online at www.riverpointchurch.com.
Owner Kayla Clackum flashes a smile as she awaits the grand opening of her first brick-and-mortar boutique, Rustic Rebel Boutique, in downtown Clarkesville on Saturday. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Owner Kayla Clackum flashes a smile as she awaits the grand opening of her first brick-and-mortar boutique, Rustic Rebel Boutique, in downtown Clarkesville on Saturday. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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Boutique brings options to Clarkesville

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, April 22, 2022
The Rustic Rebel Boutique, which will be holding its grand opening on Saturday, will soon be a go-to stop for shoppers looking to find trendy, southern-inspired, and plus-size-friendly clothing.
Belle, an Anatolian Shepard dog who has been at the shelter since February, will be transported to It Takes A Village Animal Rescue in Delaware next week to be given a chance to find a family outside of Habersham County. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Belle, an Anatolian Shepard dog who has been at the shelter since February, will be transported to It Takes A Village Animal Rescue in Delaware next week to be given a chance to find a family outside of Habersham County. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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‘Road to Rescue’ gives local animals hope

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, April 22, 2022
The Habersham County Animal Shelter hopes to get some of their animals on the road and on their way to possibly finding their “fur-ever” home but they need help with purchasing their own vehicle to transport animals to other rescues.
Attendees gather to hear Angel Gaddis speak at a prior event. SHERRY SEAL/Submitted

Attendees gather to hear Angel Gaddis speak at a prior event. SHERRY SEAL/Submitted

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North Ga. Tech provides ‘safe space’ for survivors

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, April 22, 2022
More than 100 people turned out for North Georgia Technical College’s (NGTC) annual event for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, intended to bring knowledge on preventing instances of child abuse and sexual assault as well creating a safe place for vicitims.
Members of Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children task force include (clockwise from left) PIO Kevin Angell, Investigator Cale Garrison, Lt. Heidi Lass, Sgt. Wesley Welborn and Investigator Eric Newcomb. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

Members of Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children task force include (clockwise from left) PIO Kevin Angell, Investigator Cale Garrison, Lt. Heidi Lass, Sgt. Wesley Welborn and Investigator Eric Newcomb. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

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Sheriff’s task force protects children online

Matthew Osborne
Friday, April 22, 2022
Habersham County Sheriff’s Office is bolstering its resources to preserve the safety of children online in the ever-evolving digital world.
Circle of Hope volunteers Brandy Whitener and Gwendolyn Wiley embrace following a spark of recognition Wednesday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

Circle of Hope volunteers Brandy Whitener and Gwendolyn Wiley embrace following a spark of recognition Wednesday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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‘Front line’ against abuse

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, April 22, 2022
Circle of Hope, an organization committed to serving victims and survivors of domestic violence, held a breakfast honoring its volunteers for Volunteer Appreciation Week.